First Signs of Pregnancy
7. Early Signs of Pregnancy - Frequent Urination
Frequent urination occurs when there is a need to urinate more than usual. In women, the commonest cause of increased urinary frequency is a urinary tract infection. This issue is often associated with urinary urgency where the urge to urinate is sudden. Pregnant women often experience the need to urinate more often.
This occurs as the blood in the body increases, resulting in the kidneys having to process more fluid. The increasing hormones may also play a role in frequent urination. Accidental leakage may also occur. To resolve this issue, pregnant mothers may plan their bathroom trips ahead to avoid incontinence. This usually begins around 6 to 8 weeks after conception. The need to urinate will increase even more as the growing baby presses on the bladder.
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